Horse News

Carting Horses, the Lorry or the Trailer?

Horse transportation is a key consideration for any horse owner. The two main types of transport are horse lorries and trailers. Both have their advantages and disadvantages, and in this blog we will look at the main pros and cons of each.

Fly Repellent For Horses

Gets hints and tips for protecting your horse from horses, browse through fly repellent options for you and your horse.

Top 5 Horse Breeds For Trail Riding

Do you enjoy trail riding, read through our list of top five breeds for trail riding. Trail riding is a fantastic way to spend an afternoon soaking in the beautiful countryside and giving your horse or pony some much needed exercise.

Choosing and driving a horse trailer

If you’re planning to transport your horses, whether to a show, a new home, a gymkhana or just a holiday, you’ll need a horse trailer. Before you buy, you’ll need to consider how many horses you’ll be transporting and how large they are. If you’ll be travelling with different sized horses, you’ll need one with adjustable breast bars to keep them secure in transit.

Protecting your horse from diseases: recommended vaccinations

There are plenty of vaccines available that protect them from potentially life-threatening diseases. The type and frequency of vaccines your horse needs will depend on their lifestyle. Does your horse live a closed herd lifestyle where he or she only comes into contact with other controlled horses, or do they live an open herd lifestyle travelling to shows and other events where they come into contact with lots of different horses?

The Cost Of Owning A Horse

See how the costs of owning a horse breaks down, from the initial purchase through to feeding and insuring your horse

Keeping Your Horse Free From Injury

Ensure your horse stays fit and healthy, read our blog post on keeping your horse free from injury

The History Of Dressage

Read about how dressage has evolved from military riding through to the equestrian sport of today.

Horse Trail Rides Throughout The UK

Browse our list of UK riding locations that you can enjoy, take in spectacular views from around Wales and Scotland to riding on the beaches of Devon.

Horse Films

Horses have captured the imaginations of millions all over the world, Hollywood have recognised this and created many excellent equestrian themed movies over the years. Have a look through a list of some of Ruby Rose horseboxes favourite horse films over from the years gone by.

History Of Showjumping At The Olympics

See our comprehensive list of winners at the Olympic games from the begining to the present day, greats such as Ludger Beerbaum, Nick Skelton, David Broome, Rodrigo Pessoa and many other have won medals over the decades of the modern olympic games.

Funny Horse Names

Browse through the Ruby Rose horseboxes list of funny horse names, see names of real horses and see what sport they compete in. We have also created a funny list of made up horse names ideal if you are organising a race night.

Showjumping Stallions

Browse through some showjumping stallions available at stud in the UK. Choosing a stallion for your mare is ultra important for any breeder, we have listed a number of showjumping stallion with excellent competition records and breeding for the show jumping arena.

Dressage Training

Looking for help getting higher marks in your dressage test, find dressage trainers local to you offering dressage and flatwork lessons as well as get some useful hints and tips.

Hay Steamer

Read about the health benefits of steaming hay and haylage. Hay steamer offer an excellent alternative to soaking hay and haylage,

Horse Colours

Horse colours come in lots of different colours, browse through the many different colours and see examples of the different coloured horses, including piebald, dun, bay, chestnut, black, grey, skewbald, palomino and many others.

5 Reasons To Choose a 3.5 Tonne Horsebox

Read through the advantage of having a 3.5 tonne horsebox, from affordability to the ability of driving on a standard driving license.

Most Expensive Horses

Have a look at this list of the worlds most expensive horses, you may be surprised just how much some horses have been bought and sold for.

6 Ways To Manage Your Payload

Make sure your horsebox is legal and adhere to the weight limits, avoid potential fines and points from the DVLA.